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Robert’s Rules of Order Cheat Sheet for School Group Meetings (PTO, PTA, Booster Clubs)

For many involved in school-based groups like Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO), Associations (PTA), Booster or Extracurricular Clubs,…

How to Get Started as a Group or Club Treasurer

So, you've become your group or club's treasurer! Whether it was a volunteer move or you've been…

Should Club Treasurers do a Monthly Audit, an Annual Audit, or Both?

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. Welcome to the…

Tips for Filling Open Nonprofit Board Positions

Joining the board of a nonprofit organization can be a deeply fulfilling experience. It is a chance…

Alleviating Board Burnout: Rekindling the Passion in Nonprofit Directors

Much like in the business world, in the world of nonprofits, the dedication of the Board of…

What are the IRS Requirements for Keeping Nonprofit Meeting Minutes (Tax-Exempt and 501(c)(3) Organizations)?

501(c)(3) board members make sure an organization follows the rules, looks after its money, and plans for…

5 Steps to a Successful Service Club Membership Drive

Service Clubs are communities of individuals that are united by a common purpose: to make a positive…

20 Top Service-Based Nonprofits in the USA

There are thousands of service-based nonprofits in the United States today. These groups are dedicated to children,…

How to Get Started as a Service Club Treasurer (Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions, American Legion, Charitable Funds, etc.)

Your service club has an important mission. From hunger relief to voter's rights and everything in between,…

Sample Nonprofit Chart of Accounts (PTAs, Scouts, HOAs, Sports, Social and Service Groups)

A Chart of Accounts is the foundation of a solid nonprofit group. The COA is a categorized…

Zoom Meeting Ideas for Scouts to Stay Connected

From integrating girls and boys together, to incorporating new technologies, Scouts have really come a long way.…

15 Benefits of Youth Sports You Can’t Ignore

Did you play team sports in your youth? Are you or your child considering joining a team?…

Kiwanis Tips: 10 Simple Ways to Stay Relevant and Increase Membership

Kiwanis has over a century of rich history steeped in community service for kids and communities. With…

10 Virtual Booster Club Fundraising Ideas

Your booster club is on a mission to support a team, group, program or organization. Of all…

Nonprofit Board Transitions: How to Get Started When the Outgoing Board is Not Helpful

Kids grow up so fast. At least, that's what they say. And for some nonprofits -- such…

Choosing and Maintaining a Bank Account for a Community Group

No matter how small your nonprofit is, your mission serves an important role in the community. And…

What’s the Difference Between Restricted and Reserved (Unrestricted) Funds?

One common question we see at MoneyMinder is about the difference between Restricted and Reserved funds. What…

QR Codes for Fundraising: Still Very Much Alive

Quick Response or QR codes were first introduced in 1994 to track vehicles during manufacturing. Then, marketers…

Do You Need to File a Tax Return if Your Group Had No Activity?

It's been a tough year for too many reasons to count. From virtual fundraising to online holiday…

Nonprofit Membership Levels and Names (with 15 Examples)

Membership is the cornerstone of a solid financial backbone for many nonprofits, associations, and clubs. Does your…

Cash Flow Management for Clubs, Teams and Parent Groups

Simply put, cash flow management is tracking the money that comes in and out of your nonprofit.…

Ways to Grow Your Lions Club Membership

There are over 48,000 Lions Clubs the world over. Over 1.4 million people volunteer through local Lions…

Small Nonprofit Leadership: 10 Strategies for Success

Having a leadership role in a small nonprofit like a parent group, service club, sports team or…

Nonprofit Management in the Face of the Coronavirus Crisis

We know that, as a volunteer, you move mountains. And now you’re probably looking at moving mountain…

3 Ways to Get More Millennials Volunteering for YOU

And no, we don't mean it like it sounds. Millennials get a bad rap from many angles.…

Recruiting a New Generation of Members to your Kiwanis Club

One hundred million dollars raised. Eighteen million service hours completed. 150,000 service projects staged. And that's just…

The Do’s & Don’ts of Technology and Nonprofits

It used to be that technology and nonprofits were like oil and water. Technology costs money, and…

Preventing Volunteer Burnout

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the national rate of volunteerism fell to a low point of…

15 Printable, Free Volunteer Thank You Cards Featuring Volunteer Appreciation Quotes

We're all about sharing the love this year, whether it's for donors, members, students or volunteers. There…

Sample Lions Club Meeting Agenda

About Lions Lions Club International is the largest service club in the world. Since 1917 (that’s over…

15 Tips for Managing Volunteers

When it comes to nonprofit success, a key ingredient is the volunteers. And while some organizations have…

Printable Rotary Club Meeting Template

Rotary Club meetings are essential for the success of the club. Meetings are typically held weekly and…

Planning Effective Nonprofit Meetings When Spring Fever Kicks In

When springtime rolls around after a long winter, all you want to do is be outside in…

How to Maximize Booster Club Fundraising

Booster Clubs can be tremendously supportive of their activities, programs or sports. That said, there are a…

How to Wrap Up Your Year as Treasurer

And…that’s a wrap! Or is it? As the school year draws to a close there are a…

Social Media Best Practices for Volunteer Groups

Many volunteer groups are so busy doing good work, sometimes they forget to engage with their social…

5 Timeless and 5 New Rotary Club Fundraising Events

Rotary Club fundraising is an important function of the organization. Fundraising not only supports the valuable programs…

The Ultimate List of Girl Empowerment Programs

Confidence, leadership, and life skills are themes found in girl empowerment programs. Many parents can admit that…

5 Ways Your Booster Club Can Kick Off the New School Year

Your Booster Club can drum up excitement for the new school year with these fun activities. Celebrate…

Creative Fundraising Ideas for Sports Teams

The same old fundraiser might bring in money, but it can also get a little boring for…